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CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY: SEPTEMBER 5, 2006 TITLE: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RECREATIONAL TRAILS PROGRAM APPROVED o As Recommended o As Amended o Ordinance on 1 sl Reading o Ordinance on 2nd Reading o Implementing Resolution o Set Public Hearing For {LdJa CITY MANAGER CONTINUED TO FILE NUMBER RECOMMENDED ACTION 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the submittal of a grant application in the amount of $132,000 for the Recreational Trails Program under the State of California Department of Parks and Recreation for the enhancement of the Fairview Triangle adjacent to the Santa Ana River. 2. Adopt a resolution authorizing the submittal of a grant application in the amount of $176,000 for the Recreational Trails Program under the State of California Department of Parks and Recreation for the enhancement of the Raitt Street Bike Trail. 3. Approve the Negative Declaration for each of the above listed projects. DISCUSSION The Recreational Trails Program was established under the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century and provides funds annually for recreational trails and trail-related projects. Approximately $3.3 million will be available this funding cycle for non-motorized projects. The application requires a 12-percent match of non-State money. Applications are due on October 2, 2006. The Fairview Triangle Project has been identified in the Santa Ana River Vision Plan as an area of opportunity. The proposed project will develop this area into a trail rest stop. The project scope includes installation of a drip irrigation system, native landscaping and site amenities, including benches, a bike rack, and signage. 55C-1